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Barrett's Esophagus: Symptoms

Many of the symptoms of Barrett's Esophagus are similar to the symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Signs and symptoms of GERD include:

Heartburn

Sour taste in the mouth

Pain occurring in the middle of the chest or stomach

Chronic cough

Choking sensation

Increased trouble breathing while asleep

Swallowing problems

Sore throat

Recurrent pneumonia

Chronic sinusitis

Silent GERD (no symptoms)

These symptoms may actually decrease with Barrett's Esophagus due to the difference in cells where the esophagus meets the stomach. In addition, some patients may have esophageal peptic ulcers and strictures (narrowing of the esophagus from scarring).